Hola, Friends!
We’re Laura + Hugo
and we cannot freaking wait to show you what we love about Colorado
We (and our couples) are squares in a round world, never quite fitting in without losing our edges.
That’s why we all just eloped.
Now we help couples like you do the same in the most you way possible–along with epic views, laid-back energy, and an experience that fits you best.
Why we do what we do
Even though we’re Colorado born/grown, the outdoors wasn’t always “home” for us.
We didn’t grow up hiking or camping, or knowing how to prepare for outdoor adventures like many other elopement photographers you’ll come across. Our immigrant parents weren’t about sleeping on the floor or playing in the dirt–lol. We fumbled our way into the mountains with curiosity, thrifted gear, and a whole lot of Googling. Along the way, we fell in love with these adventures together, became experts, and captured most of them through photographs.
When we got married, we actually eloped at the courthouse.
We felt so much pressure to plan a huge wedding that didn’t feel like us, so one day we just left work and drove straight there. Not a single photo was taken (besides a sunset photo because priorities) and we regret the shit out of that. At the time, we didn’t even know we could elope somewhere beautiful. Now we are hell bent on couples receiving the best photos ever!
The outdoors didn’t feel like it was made for us.
It felt… off-limits. Not just because of our upbringing, but because the people who typically recreated outdoors didn’t look like us. It sounds crazy, but it’s true. The outdoors is for everybody and every body, and it’s become a core part of our mission to make it as inclusive as possible. So even if you’ve never hiked a day in your life, you’re welcome here.
Choosing your own path is brave, sometimes scary, and always worth it.
When we started our business in 2019, people called us crazy for wanting to leave our stable hospital jobs to become elopement photographers. It stung that even the people closest to us didn’t fully support us, but in a way it mirrored how couples feel when they choose to elope. Eloping is the best way to get married, trust us.
That love of adventure and our open rebellion against what’s “normal” is exactly why Together We Roam exists.
“It was just us and the two of them, but it felt like we were with friends on a hike. I kind of forgot that they were taking photos and videos because we were just on a hike. They guided us through it all, but it didn’t feel scripted — they were documenting our day. They’re just so real. They felt so down to earth, fun, relatable”.
So, why hire us?
Because we don’t just show up with cameras, we show up with intention. We’re your location matchmakers, timeline coordinators, snack packers, boutonniere fixers, dress fluffers, joke crackers and adventure buddies that will gas you up any chance we get.
We take the time to truly know you, to understand what this day means, and to help you create an experience that actually feels like you.
Your photographer: Laura
I’m the one coming in hot with the jokes and the energy and the compliments about your BOMB wedding attire.
My love of photos started out in nature. I’d bring my camera on hikes and camping trips, using it to hold tight to the feelings I got being outside. Then I started taking photos of people and realized capturing their feelings was f*cking magical too.
I never thought it’d actually become my job though, you know. Growing up, my family were new immigrants to the U.S. so becoming a photographer isn’t what they expected. Too bad I just do what I want anyway.
Plus, it’s an excuse to go adventure with dope people for work.
Find me:
In the San Juan mountains of Colorado — it’s the most “away” you can get here and I’m here for it
Believes:
Childhood isn’t childhood without eating a little dirt
Loves nothing more than:
Being active outside in nature then taking a good, long nap
If I were in a movie:
I’d definitely be Donkey from “Shrek” — he’s sarcastic, charming and loyal. Same, dude.
Random:
Lines from movies, memes, singing, dancing … sometimes the most random things come out of my mouth
Your videographer: Hugo
I’m the chill counterpart to Laura, the one with the trail maps, driving directions and backpack full of gear.
I’ve never loved being the center of attention. I’m guessing a lot like you, the idea of a big wedding with everyone staring at me is … not great. But that’s what makes me care so much about filming your elopement day: you’re doing something for yourselves, not what other people expect. It’s a little rebellion against the status quo.
Like Laura, working in a creative field wasn’t what people expected of me. My family was working too hard to have time for the arts. But outside of sports, drawing and creativity were my outlets. They still are. And getting a chance to show people what I love about my home state? It’s the best
Favorite Day:
Off-roading in the mountains and setting up camp away from anyone else
Find me:
Watching wrestling or football (where’re my Broncos fans at!?!)
Knows:
A single serving of ice cream is the whole damn bucket
Random:
I’m a fidgeter — I’ll grab the most random stuff to play with
That time I:
Tried to sneak a kiss from Laura on our first date but ended up asking her first instead (it obviously worked out)
Our son: Pongo
He’s just the diva of our household. He has to be on our website because he’s kind of part of the social media team.
He loves balls, snacks and hiking.
He also loves to scream at us pretty often.
See him all over our stories on IG!
We work all elopements together because it means every detail is taken care of (and also we just like being together, awwww). Hugo handles the behind-the-scenes work before your elopement and logistics on your day. Laura is the one you’ll most often communicate with and be your photo guide during your elopement. Our personalities are different, but complement each other pretty damn perfectly.
Our goal: Create a dope AF day where you’ll feel like you’re hanging out with friends who’re showing you their favorite spots in Colorado.
If you are on the fence about hiring these two…just do it!
They are so amazing and made our day so special. Our video and pictures
turned out beautiful. They are such genuine people and truly love what they do.
Wish you were here…
Some selfies with some of the best couples!
What sort of day are you dreaming up in Colorado?
